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The Battle between Carnival and Lent (oil on canvas)
BAL93435 The Battle between Carnival and Lent (oil on canvas) by Brueghel, Pieter the Younger (c.1564-1638); 119.5x169 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: copy of his fathers painting (634); ); Johnny Van Haeften Ltd. London; Flemish, out of copyright
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Bataille Carnaval Cripple Fast Feast Jousting Tavern Blue Boat Careme
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The Battle between Carnival and Lent
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is a captivating oil on canvas painting by Pieter Brueghel the Younger, depicting a lively village street scene. This 119.5x169 cm artwork, housed in a private collection, is an exquisite copy of his father's original masterpiece. The vibrant composition transports us to a world filled with contrasting emotions and characters. The bustling carnival atmosphere clashes with the somberness of Lent, creating an intriguing visual narrative. Peasants revel in merriment while engaging in jousting matches and feasting extravagantly. A blue boat symbolizes the excesses of Carnival as it sails through the crowd. Amidst this chaos, we notice a nun passing by, representing religious piety during the fasting period of Lent. The presence of poverty-stricken individuals and cripples reminds us that not everyone partakes in the festivities equally. Brueghel skillfully captures every detail within this tavern-filled street scene; each character tells their own story. The painting exudes energy and movement as if frozen mid-action during this epic battle between two opposing forces – indulgence versus restraint. This remarkable print from Johnny Van Haeften Ltd. , London allows art enthusiasts to bring home a piece of Flemish history that has stood the test of time. It serves as both an aesthetic delight and a thought-provoking reminder about societal contrasts throughout history. (Word count: 200)
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